CDP Chef

Role Overview

As a Chef de Partie (CDP) specializing in Chinese cuisine, you'll spearhead one section of the kitchen—such as stir-fry, dim sum, noodles, or steamed dishes—ensuring authentic flavor, high standards, and efficient service.

Key Responsibilities

• Chinese Dish Preparation & Cooking
• Master classic techniques—stir-frying, steaming, braising, deep-frying—to consistently produce flavorful, authentic dishes to standardized recipes.
• Station Management & Supervision

Oversee your designated section; guide junior cooks or commis to ensure smooth service flow and quality compliance.

• Inventory & Ingredient Control

Monitor stock levels, estimate daily ingredient needs, ensure freshness, and maintain proper storage. Uphold standards for taste, portion size, temperature, and plating. Minimize waste and ensure food safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Quality Assurance & Food Presentation
• Hygiene & Safety Compliance
• Menu Development & Innovation (optional)
• Team Communication & Coordination

• Experience:
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Chinese or Asian cuisine kitchens, with at least 1 year in a leadership (supervisory) role.
• Education:

Culinary degree or relevant certification; hotel management or cuisine specialization is advantageous.

• Technical Skills:

Proficient in knife work, mise en place, multiple cooking stations and Chinese flavor balancing. DohajLeadership, organizational ability, strong communication, resilience under pressure, and attention to detail. RedditRedditMandarin or Cantonese proficiency preferred in bilingual kitchens. English fluency beneficial for collaboration.

Preferred Attributes

• Soft Skills:
• Language (if applicable):

• Knowledge of specific regional styles (e.g., Cantonese, Sichuan, dim sum, Shanghainese noodles, dumplings).
• Proven success in high-volume Chinese kitchen environments.
• Creativity in plating, new recipes, and seasonal offering development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹24,000.00 - ₹26,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person